Kansas truancy law spurs debate over child labor in Ina
Ina, Kansas reports a wave of truancy concerns amid poverty. A widowed mother of four struggles after losing work at Lanyon Zinc, with her 12 year old son pressuring to work long hours to keep the family afloat. Local officers confront underage schooling rules as several families face similar pressures.
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Kan
Chinkeng
J. M. Kelley
Buckeye Street
Loy
Lanyon Zine
Kelley
Ted
Chile
Lamaster Tins
Scott
Aner East
Juderment
Murther
Pulgion
Webo
Mather
Chertty Amit
Welington
Srey Sts
Thie
Scimit Board
Fan
Breatise
Fidente
Rice County Man Accused in Partner Money Case
A Rice County man, Bheritt David of Lyona, is charged with misappropriating funds tied to a furniture business venture with M. McCracken and Mrs. SieCeneken of Lyons. The sequence allegedly began with a $200 loan to buy stock in Wichita, followed by a series of transfers and a pursuit by authorities after a dispute over the money.
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Rice County
Bheritt David
J. E Etters
Lyona
Ellery
SieCeneken
Lyons
Ile Aed
M. McCracken
Cone
Wichita
Gavin
Tris
Duesdas
Eilers
McGracken
Wiehttn
Santa Fe
Marahal Hack
Biller
McCracken
Tim
Savin
Boti
Boti of Thew
Davie
Hutchinson News notes record potato length in town
The Hutchinson News reports a remarkable sweet potato grown by James Coleman reaching twenty seven inches in Hutchinson. A vivid description mentions the long tuber seen in the editorial room and another long potato noted near the Pole James Coleman residence.
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James Cole
Hutchinson
Ews
Roomasund
James Coleman Wlans
Fu Ward
Huicohingon News
Death of Mrs Hicks in Mitchell County
Obituary note reports the death of Mrs Hicks aged over years in Mitchell County after a brief illness. The Hicks family mourns the loss as funeral services are planned locally with arrangements not yet decided, with two sons identified among survivors.
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Hioll Kian
Dara
Joberk Hick
Shige Werstings
Hicks
Winone Te Brot
Mitchell County
Raed, Twa
County Attorney Salary Dispute Stirs County Meetings
In Wetligton Kwi a county meeting convened to settle who draws the county treasurer wages. Samuel Tawreney and Judge Mouride hear the written opinion on salary eligibility. Rasfied fakes insanity to avoid attendance. Brenette is appointed to fill the vacancy.
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Wetligton
Kwi
Samuel Tawreney
Mouride
Wits
Missing Galena Man Sparks Embezzlement Probe and Local School Strife
Me Conner of Galena vanished after leaving notes hinting at danger and a possible hiding place. Reports say he may be sought for embezzlement of funds, while a separate school dispute involving race and segregation policies prompts protests and calls for integration across district boundaries.
Fragmentary notice of a river event and exhibition
A fragmentary OCR item references the Arkaneed river and Biber with mentions of a specimen sent to the St Louis fair. It notes an inch diameter object and a bullseye wallet, with a man described as dying or buried in sand. The piece ties to an exhibition window at Charley Bacon's shop in Fitzhutchenton.
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Bullle Walet
Acide Antrany
Howard Carnival Draws 5000 Fans In Glorious Street Fair
Howard, Oct. 6. The street mill and carnival closed amid glory as about 5,000 people enjoyed exhibits of fine horses, cattle and rich agricultural products. Lively contests and numerous cash premiums suited the crowd while the weather stayed perfect and all were satisfied.
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Howard
Fatally Burned by Gasoline in Sarita Yard Mishap
In Sarita Kansas on October 6 Henry Fantein reported fatal gasoline burnings. A stove fueled by a pitcher of gasoline caused a flame to ignite Mrs. Hanitin while she stood by a burning jamb. The lamp lit and clothes ignited. she died the following morning after efforts to extinguish the flames.
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Iymporia
Kan
Henry Fantein
Sarita
Sian
Hanitin
Ness City Milla to Start In Four Years
Ness county reports 2,008,080 bushels of wheat this year. Ness City Potter mill to resume operations after a four year pause. Borthwick Bros invest capital and employ 300 workers. Santa Fe railroad allowed acreage to ship the crop, boosting activity.
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Milla
Mors City
Kun
Ness County
Chitaens
Pasy
Borthwick Bros
Gill
Santa Ie
Western League Players Share of Gate Receipts and Barnstorming Plans
Kansas City reports players from the Western League and American Association receiving shares of 60 percent of gate receipts. The Association paid each player about 319.93, while Western Leaguers got 88.50. Many players will join a Missouri Valley League game before barnstorming Oklahoma City, with Gear selecting ten men for the tour. Several teammates departed for home or other cities for winter plans or studies.
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Oct
Kansas City American
Association
Century
Gear
Associi Honists
Alto
Missouri Valley
Gibson
Alloway
Hugh Hillett
Roxville
Tenn
Tom
Ketchem
Grady
Philadelphia
Johnny Rothfuss
Hub Knoll
St. Todds
Columbus
Fits Forks
Oklahome City
Coons
Greencastle
Tail
Walter Frants
Wichita
Friends’ University
Durham
Winted
Wolverines Brighter Outlook With Yost Praising Mackey Towers
Ann Arbor observers note Michigan shows improved prospects this season as Yost expresses optimism. Captain Redden and coaches foresee a strong line with Maddock back, Longnson at left tackle, and Fitzpatrick confident in tackles. Chicago and Minnesota big scores aside, the Wolverines project a sturdier forward unit and faster lineup this year.
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Ehlibry
Yost
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West
Fitzpatrick
Coipen
Michigan
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Kekersall
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Aie
Maroons
Thim
Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Quick Relief in Homes
An old advertising snippet touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a self administered remedy for piles, claiming rapid relief without surgery. It cites testimonials from Mrs Boylan, Amos Crocker, and James Kenton praising its effectiveness after various prior treatments. The ad urges trial with a one cent or two cent package and notes availability from druggists.
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Fe ‘F.C. Boylan
Marshall
Miss
Amos Crocker
Worcester
James Kenton
Memphis
Tenn
Pyramid Pyle
Fase
The Fiddler Race Scandal Surfaces at Morris Park
The Fiddler betting scandal unfolds with McNamara and The Fiddler tied to Reno operators. Bets surged after a ringer was alleged, with reports of ringers, illicit shipments, and a grand jury investigation. Names include Joe Harvey Frank Daroux McNamara Miriam Johnson and Chilson, tied to Sausalito and Nevada connections.
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Joe Harvey
Frank Daroux
Sausalito
Morris Park
Reno
Nev
McNamars
McNamara
Fiddler
McNagara
Ron Reno
Oakland
Cincinnati Adds Two Promising Players Kerwin and DeArmond
Cincinnati reports two strong signings, Dan Kerwin and Charley DeArmond, boosting next season’s lineup. Kerwin, a top-class batter with good plate discipline, enhances the Reds’ hitting depth while DeArmond, a fast, young natural batter, shows potential though still refining fielding.
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Dan Kerwin
Charley DeArmond
Cincinnati Lid
Kerwin
de Armond
Doojin
Seymour
Dolan
Kerwin Kelley
de Armando
Fant
Ragan
The Fiddler Vindicated as Ringer Suspected
New York Oct 6 The Fiddler, winner of the Inst cet Saturday, paraded in paddock after the race to prove he was The Fiddler and not McNamara. Buyer J Walker paid 700 dollars two months earlier, with bets flooding pool rooms and a half-holiday crowd at the track. Cromwell noted owner financial trouble and suggested more than a half million dollars was won Saturday. Read Minish Castatlan won the Westchester handicap over Luxcasta while Lady Uneas set the pace before the favorite surged to command.
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Fiddler
Hore Stace
McNamara
JH. Wakler
J. 1. Boeseke
Oakland
Cal
Cromwell
J. 2 Walker
Pett
Minish Castatlan
Luxcasta
Lady Uneas
Waddell’s Trunk Seizure Tied to Old Debt Incident
In Columbus, manager Bryce of the Philadelphia Americans recalls that Rube Waddell owed him $18 dating to 1899 when Waddell pitched for Columbus. Bryce used the current visit to attach the old debt to Waddell’s trunk, reclaiming the money. Also notes William Jewell’s football win, 23 to unknown, with Burch starring and a kickoff kick by Killam. Memphis bookmakers report poolroom effects tied to alleged bets by Chicago figures.
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Rube
Columbus
Rube" Waadell
Iiteue Wem
Bryce
Waddell
Corbett to box Smilth in Philadelphia and others in caps
Early October boxing notes report Corbett set for a Philadelphia bout on October 14 with Sammy Smith after a six round sparring session in the Quaker City. Also listed are plans to box in Boston before November and a western swing to Frisco with St Thowlk, Tommy Sullivan, and Johnson's road house training details. Racing results from St Louis and Pittsburg feature Old Stone winning the 2 year olds stake, Major Pelham, Dolly Gray, and other track notes. Baseball results include the Americans beating the Nationals in Philadelphia and Chicago.
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Corbett
Sammy Smilth
Quaker City
Uttle Traverite
Johnson's Road House
Jerome Avenue
Harry Tut- Dite
Johnny Burdick
Frisco
St Thowlk
Tommy Sullivan
St Louis
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Old Stone
Major Pelham
Dolly Gray
Not A Literary Barber From Hutchinson Board Notice
A fragmented 1903 exchange shows secretary J T Boitany denying license for Stephens. The Hutchinson Independent reprints Stephens' blunt reply and a sarcastic proposal to obtain a permit by $500, with comments from J D Stephens and actress Woy Aker.
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State Barbers' Board
I.T. Bowen
Stephens
Independent
Kansas
J.T. Boitany
Efert Inne
Morry Pubic
J T Bouany
J D Stephems
Woy
Aker
Washburn Cane Rush Sparks on Campus Feud at Washburn
The annual Frentimen Sophomore cane rush at Washburn College stirs conflict as faculty debate permitting the chapel scene event. A three member committee says the stakes are high with possible clashes ahead after the program ends. Students from Freshmen and Sophomores vie for top placement amid tense warnings.
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T Ie
Washburd College
Erry Society
Washburn
Nature's Own Cure Hyomel Catarrh Remedy Ad
An old advertisement touts Hyomel for catarrh claiming the inhaler delivers germ killing medicine to nose throat and lungs. It promises blood oxygenation and complete cure with a one dollar outlay and a money back offer if not satisfied.
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